Kotiate Flower Pounamu Taniwha Sculpture

Carved by Alex Sands in Hamilton, New Zealand, this made from rare Flower (Putiputi) Pounamu. It features an intricately detailed whakarei Taniwha face at the handle, inlaid with shimmering pāua shell eyes, and rests on a native wooden base.

Inspired by the traditional kotiate - a symbol of strength, leadership, and protection, this piece blends ancestral design with contemporary artistry, embodying the mana and spirit of Aotearoa.